Cumin Seed, Whole

Source: Mountain Rose Herbs (as whole seed, ground to powder in-house)
Organic + Kosher
Origin: Egypt

COMMON NAME
Standardized: cumin
Other: jiraka

BOTANICAL NAME
Cuminum cyminum L.
Plant Family: Apiaceae

OVERVIEW
Cumin is a spice that is well-known in countries such as Mexico and India, and in areas such as the Middle East, that has been used for generations in traditional curry mixes, cuisines, and sauces. Many may not know that it was a popular condiment during ancient Roman and Greek times as well, was found in Egyptian tombs and mentioned in the Bible, and that its use has been continual for thousands of years. It is a valued carminative amongst herbalists and is highly regarded in Ayurvedic medicine as a digestive support that is often administered as a food or beverage.

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